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Kate Irish Collins has been doing community journalism around southern Maine since 1997, with a couple breaks here and there. Kate writes for The Forecaster group of weekly newspapers. Her beat includes the Portland schools and the towns of Falmouth and Yarmouth. Kate grew up in Gorham and now lives near the beach, where she walks her dog as much as possible. She always has a book on hand and always enjoys watching a good movie.

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  • Published
    February 27, 2020

    Longtime South Portland planner reflects on 30-year career

    Urban planning is more challenging than ever, Haeuser says.

  • Published
    February 27, 2020

    Yarmouth Health Council dissolves, leaves medical closet in town’s hands

    For more than 80 years the volunteer organization provided community health services.

  • Published
    February 26, 2020

    Cape community garden plots available

    CAPE ELIZABETH —Plots are now available in the town’s two community gardens, which include 90 plots next to the Gull Crest fields and at Maxwell’s Farm on Spurwink Avenue. Gardeners are required to use organic methods and are expected to spend several hours a season on general garden duties. Each garden also has vegetable plots […]

  • Published
    February 26, 2020

    One-act performance at SPHS

    SOUTH PORTLAND — The drama club at South Portland High School will stage a one-act performance at 7:15 p.m. March 5, in the auditorium. The show, “Scenes from Metamorphoses,” is the school’s entry into this year’s statewide one-act festival. The students from South Portland will compete in the first round at 7 p.m. March 7 […]

  • Published
    February 26, 2020

    Yarmouth budget proposal includes 10% increase

    If passed, the 2020-21 plan could add $1.49 to the current property tax rate of $18.86.

  • Published
    February 25, 2020

    Falmouth facing budget hurdles in efforts to stabilize tax rate

    New school and municipal needs represent challenges, council told.

  • Published
    February 25, 2020

    Falmouth art gallery features work by local girls

    FALMOUTH — A Company of Girls has partnered with seven local female artists to help girls make and exhibit their own art. The Emerge 2020 show is on exhibit at ArtaCustom Framing, 223 U.S. Route 1, Falmouth through Friday, Feb. 28, and is free and open to the public. A Company of Girls, based in […]

  • Published
    February 25, 2020

    Local towns hold Democratic caucuses

    AUGUSTA — The Maine Democratic Party will hold its biennial caucuses across the state on Saturday, March 8, when delegates will be elected to the State Convention, scheduled for May. Caucuses are also an opportunity to rally support for Democratic candidates up and down the ballot, meet others who are politically active, and help build […]

  • Published
    February 25, 2020

    Support Freeport Community Services with dessert, music

    FREEPORT — Freeport Community Services will host a special Just Desserts fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, at the Community Center, 53 Depot St. Along with desserts, the event includes entertainment by Ted Demille and Ben Hunsburger, who play original roots music. Seating is limited and admission is $5 per person; call 865-3985 for […]

  • Published
    February 25, 2020

    Yarmouth nonprofit offers program on positive aging

    YARMOUTH — Yarmouth Cares About Neighbors is offering a free workshop entitled “Stay Positive as You Age” at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 1, at the First Parish Church, 116 Main St. Join licensed social worker Ingrid Plunkett as she shares tips on building resiliency and overall mental well-being. The event begins with a light lunch […]